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Choosing a Horse: How to Choose and Care for a Horse
48 pp.
| Enslow/Elementary |
January, 2013 |
LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-4083-0$23.93
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K-3American Humane Association Pet Care series.
Well-organized information follows through on these books' titles, from a brief history of the animals as pets to picking the right type or breed, caring for it, and preventing problems. The tone is encouraging, though appropriate cautions are included. Colorful captioned photos illustrate text that is clear but not very deep; occasional vague statements are eventually clarified. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these titles: Choosing a Bird, Choosing a Cat, Choosing a Dog[c1], Choosing a Fish, Choosing a Hamster, Gerbil, Guinea Pig, Rabbit, Ferret, Mouse, or Rat, and Choosing a Horse.